Comments on: A reader question: Budgeting and reminders

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By: MITBeta @ Don't Feed the Alligators

MITBeta @ Don't Feed the Alligators — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:30:36 +0000

@ David:

I use a similar device: If I want to remember to do something first thing in the morning, I think, “Remember to do (whatever) when you reach for your toothbrush.” Usually I remember to remember, but then have trouble remembering what it was I was supposed to do…

@ glbl: I recently wrote an article about using Google Apps tools in budgeting and management, including the use of Google Calendar:

http://www.dontfeedthealligators.com/blog/using-google-apps-to-track-spending-and-budget

By: RobY

RobY — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 22:00:28 +0000

On the subject of reminder systems … I never forget my cell phone (anymore). I used to have a problem forgetting my cell phone in the morning if I put it on the charger the night before. I solved that by putting my car keys with it when I charge it overnight now. I can’t leave the house without it now.

Of course, I’ve spent a bit of time frantically searching for my keys on a few of these mornings before it clicked. But I still didn’t forget my phone.

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By: David Carter

David Carter — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:56:47 +0000

I often forget things too. The trick for me is that when I know I need to remember something, I make a mental note that I will need to do this. For example if I needed to bring coupons to the store, I would just tell myself, next time I go to the store I need to remember to bring these. I think it just associates the store w/ the coupons so when I think store, I will also think coupons. Works 9/10 at least for me !

By: Luke @ Money & Fitnes Blog

Luke @ Money & Fitnes Blog — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 16:43:10 +0000

I really enjoyed the post and I think it is a good read for just about anyone who worries about debt and money. My question for the readers is how does one set a budget? Where do you get the numbers so that you are not setting it too high or too low?

By: "Mo" Money

"Mo" Money — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:51:12 +0000

Using the envelope system for items like groceries and eating out will force your budget to work. When the money in the envelope is gone, you stop spending!

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:26:39 +0000

One trick I have used is to write my shopping list on an envelope. Put the coupons inside the envelope. I’ve seen some people place cash in the envelope as well to ensure they do not overspend at the grocery store. If you see this as a waste of an envelope, consider reusing the envelopes you receive in the mail.